Autism Spectrum Disorders
The nurse teaches the parents of an autistic child how to implement structure in the home. Which is an example of structure by the parents?
Administering the child's medication every day after breakfast.
Which statement regarding ASD etiology and epidemiology is true?
Autism is more prevalent in boys than girls.
The nurse is providing care for a child with ASD. The nurse rewards the child for following directions with stickers of the child's favorite cartoon character. Which goal of the treatment plan does this action best support?
Encourage concepts of identity, body image, and self-esteem
Which symptom in an infant may be most indicative of ASD?
Lack of eye contact
The nurse informs an adolescent autistic patient that the use of cell phones is not permitted during the nursing assessment. Which social development skill is the nurse exhibiting?
Limit setting
Which nursing diagnosis for the patient with ASD holds the highest priority for the nurse?
Risk for self-mutilation
A patient with ASD is demonstrating tantrums, self-injurious behavior, and aggression. Which medication would the nurse anticipate administering?
Risperidone
Which communication problems are common in patients with ASD?
Speaking in a monotone voice Using a sing-song pitch and rhythm Repeating song lyrics out of context during a conversation
Which nursing action is most effective in improving the autistic patient's social skills?
Teaching the patient the appropriate time to feel shame versus joy